2.5 TPE SHL Affiliate
2.5 TPE 16. This task is exclusive to recreate/non-recreate rookies of the S31 class and later. The season is over and the draft is coming up. What do you bring to a team, and why should a team choose to take a chance on you next season?
Pasta the Turtle is very eager to bring his previous athletic success to whichever team decides to draft him in the DSFL. A multiport athlete, Pasta's first love was hockey and he continues to enjoy success in that arena. However as a late arriver as a walk-on at the University of Newfoundland, he ignited a new passion....for pancakes. He knows that he will be able to bring a tenacious and aggressive playstyle to whatever team takes a chance on him, as well as a silly locker room presence. He is often found making strange jokes and sharing obscure memes, which his team mates in the past have used to rally around. Furthermore, Pasta, as his name would suggest, is an incredible chef, and will frequently be seen preparing team dinners, usually pretty loaded with carbohydrates. WHile pasta is a historical specialty, his taste for pancakes has followed him off the field, and he is now frequently seen getting the boys fed with a variety of breakfast foods, waffles, scones, muffins and of course, pancakes. It can be a bit nerve-racking joining a new league, a new sport, but pasta is sure that it will be worth coming out of his shell to try something new
5 TPE 14. Describe your player and/or team’s journey through this latest season. What were the highlights? What were the lower points? What might you have done differently? What are your expectations for next season?
Pasta had a crazy season this past year. He started the year in his senior year at the Univerity of Newfoundland, and ended his season across the pond with the London Royals. The Canadian University had another rough year, unfortunately. With very few wins under the belt, the team was able to boast the QB with the cleanest jersey, as pash rushers had a VERY hard time getting past the magnificent turtle guarding his blind side. Unfortunately, the QB was not able to convert all that extra time in the pocket into very convincing passing stats, although he did take a few opportunities to nap, or have a snack, much to the frustration of his teammates. The fans didn't mind though, as their eyes were completely focussed on Pasta the Turtle, as he flawlessly executed his pass protection, violently drove opposing defensive players backwards on running plays, and aggressively gulped down water during the timeouts. He was an absolute menace, and the Newfoundland faithful were deeply appreciative.
Certainly, a highlight would include travelling to Anchorage, where Pasta set a single game record of 25 pancakes. No matter who the Anchorage team placed in front of the rabid turtle, he would swiftly deposit them onto their back for a nice dirt nap. This, unfortunately, did not translate into success on the scoreboard, as the defence proved porous, and the rest of his offensive teammates were more interested in being spectators of the violence being administered by their reptilian teammate than executing their role on offence.
A true disappointment would be Pasta's collective 0-24 record with the University of Newfoundland. Although he does have fond memories of his time at the only school crazy enough to take on a turtle on their o-line, he regrets not being able to bring home any silverware. It can be tough to find the motivation to keep showing up for practice, film analysis, pregame warmups and post game recovery sessions when you are always losing. This was never a challenge given how cohesive and inclusive the locker room was. It is a certainty that Pasta would never be considered a prospect for the ISFL if it wasn't for his University giving him a chance, and his coaches and teammates supporting him the whole way through. He knows that as his time has run out at the university, they will be sure to take joy in his future success at the ISFL as well as the developmental leagues. He is forever a part of that family and is incredibly motivated to do proud by them.
His first taste of the big leagues was a waiver pick up by the London Royals. He was ecstatic for the opportunity to start out at tackle for them. Although he did give up an early sack, a true rarity for him, he did manage to contribute in his favourite area: pancakes. Dropping 20 opponents to the dirt in his mere 4 games, he was operating at 5 per game. Truly an inspiring start for a player who was just joining the DSFL. Looking forward to seeing what the future holds.
2.5 TPE 16. This task is exclusive to recreate/non-recreate rookies of the S31 class and later. The season is over and the draft is coming up. What do you bring to a team, and why should a team choose to take a chance on you next season?
Pasta the Turtle is very eager to bring his previous athletic success to whichever team decides to draft him in the DSFL. A multiport athlete, Pasta's first love was hockey and he continues to enjoy success in that arena. However as a late arriver as a walk-on at the University of Newfoundland, he ignited a new passion....for pancakes. He knows that he will be able to bring a tenacious and aggressive playstyle to whatever team takes a chance on him, as well as a silly locker room presence. He is often found making strange jokes and sharing obscure memes, which his team mates in the past have used to rally around. Furthermore, Pasta, as his name would suggest, is an incredible chef, and will frequently be seen preparing team dinners, usually pretty loaded with carbohydrates. WHile pasta is a historical specialty, his taste for pancakes has followed him off the field, and he is now frequently seen getting the boys fed with a variety of breakfast foods, waffles, scones, muffins and of course, pancakes. It can be a bit nerve-racking joining a new league, a new sport, but pasta is sure that it will be worth coming out of his shell to try something new
5 TPE 14. Describe your player and/or team’s journey through this latest season. What were the highlights? What were the lower points? What might you have done differently? What are your expectations for next season?
Pasta had a crazy season this past year. He started the year in his senior year at the Univerity of Newfoundland, and ended his season across the pond with the London Royals. The Canadian University had another rough year, unfortunately. With very few wins under the belt, the team was able to boast the QB with the cleanest jersey, as pash rushers had a VERY hard time getting past the magnificent turtle guarding his blind side. Unfortunately, the QB was not able to convert all that extra time in the pocket into very convincing passing stats, although he did take a few opportunities to nap, or have a snack, much to the frustration of his teammates. The fans didn't mind though, as their eyes were completely focussed on Pasta the Turtle, as he flawlessly executed his pass protection, violently drove opposing defensive players backwards on running plays, and aggressively gulped down water during the timeouts. He was an absolute menace, and the Newfoundland faithful were deeply appreciative.
Certainly, a highlight would include travelling to Anchorage, where Pasta set a single game record of 25 pancakes. No matter who the Anchorage team placed in front of the rabid turtle, he would swiftly deposit them onto their back for a nice dirt nap. This, unfortunately, did not translate into success on the scoreboard, as the defence proved porous, and the rest of his offensive teammates were more interested in being spectators of the violence being administered by their reptilian teammate than executing their role on offence.
A true disappointment would be Pasta's collective 0-24 record with the University of Newfoundland. Although he does have fond memories of his time at the only school crazy enough to take on a turtle on their o-line, he regrets not being able to bring home any silverware. It can be tough to find the motivation to keep showing up for practice, film analysis, pregame warmups and post game recovery sessions when you are always losing. This was never a challenge given how cohesive and inclusive the locker room was. It is a certainty that Pasta would never be considered a prospect for the ISFL if it wasn't for his University giving him a chance, and his coaches and teammates supporting him the whole way through. He knows that as his time has run out at the university, they will be sure to take joy in his future success at the ISFL as well as the developmental leagues. He is forever a part of that family and is incredibly motivated to do proud by them.
His first taste of the big leagues was a waiver pick up by the London Royals. He was ecstatic for the opportunity to start out at tackle for them. Although he did give up an early sack, a true rarity for him, he did manage to contribute in his favourite area: pancakes. Dropping 20 opponents to the dirt in his mere 4 games, he was operating at 5 per game. Truly an inspiring start for a player who was just joining the DSFL. Looking forward to seeing what the future holds.
